Operations Associate - Pennsylvania Steel Co., Hauppauge, NY

Company: MidAtlantic Employers' Association
Location: Hauppauge
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Invite a friend Job Description: Operations Associate (Inventory, Order fulfillment, Workflow process) 4:00 pm - 12:30 am Pennsylvania Steel Company Hauppauge, NY (Full Time, Permanent Opportunity) Pennsylvania Steel, a Veteran owned Steel Service Center now going into its 50th year in business, is looking for responsible Operations Coordinator. Position Summary: Pennsylvania Steel Company is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Operations Associate to support daily branch operations. This position is primarily desk-based and focuses on allocating orders, coordinating workflow between departments, managing inventory accuracy, and ensuring timely order fulfillment. The ideal candidate is analytical, comfortable working in ERP/software systems, and able to communicate effectively with sales, warehouse, and management teams. Main Duties & Responsibilities Allocate customer orders to available inventory and production resources Coordinate workflow between sales, warehouse, saw operations, and shipping Manage and monitor inventory levels to ensure accuracy and availability Review open orders daily and prioritize based on ship dates and customer needs Enter, update, and maintain accurate order data in company systems Assist with routing and truck scheduling as needed Communicate material shortages, delays, or discrepancies to appropriate teams Generate and review operational reports Support continuous improvement efforts in inventory control and workflow efficiency Maintain organized digital records and documentation Other assignments as directed Shift Hours: 4:00 pm - 12:30 am Experience and Skills: Skills Required Proficient in Windows-based software (Microsoft Excel experience strongly preferred) Strong organizational and multitasking skills Working knowledge of decimals and fractions Ability to read and understand work orders and material specifications High attention to detail and accuracy Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment Problem-solving mindset with ability to prioritize competing tasks Preferred Qualifications Experience in steel service center operations or manufacturing environment Inventory management experience ERP system experience Work Environment Primarily office-based with occasional warehouse interaction May require periodic walking through warehouse to verify inventory or coordinate orders Benefits 401(k) Health Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Referral Program Why Pennsylvania Steel? As a veteran-owned company serving customers since 1972, Pennsylvania Steel Company values operational excellence, accountability, and safety. This role plays a critical part in keeping our branch running efficiently and delivering for our customers. Benefits We offer the following Benefits: Major Medical Dental & Vision Paid Vacation Paid Sick leave 401k Weekly pay Pennsylvania Steel, started in 1972 in Huntingdon Valley, PA, has grown into one of the most successful independently owned Steel Service Centers in the U.S. We now have 11 locations along the East Coast. We offer a competitive salary, a secure job and the ability for advancement. If you are a highly motivated individual who wants to work, is drug free and is passionate about work ethics, then we're looking for you. Pennsylvania Steel is an E.O.E.

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